Woof Wear Herringbone Close Contact Saddle Pad White – Full

Woof Wear Herringbone Close Contact Saddle Pad White – Full Size

A close contact pad is cut away under the saddle flap so the rider's leg sits against the horse rather than against a layer of quilting. That is the whole reason to choose one over a general purpose pad: you keep the protection between saddle and back without losing the feel through the leg.

This is Woof Wear's herringbone-quilted version in white, full size. White is the standard for dressage and showing, and the herringbone quilting gives it a more considered look than the usual square diamond pattern while doing the same job of holding the wadding in place.

Performance & Benefits

• Close contact cut keeps the rider's leg against the horse
• Herringbone quilting holds the wadding evenly and looks smarter than plain diamond stitch
• Sits cleanly under a jumping or close contact saddle
• White finish suits dressage, showing and competition turnout
• Girth and billet straps to keep the pad in position

Suitable For

• Close contact, jumping and general purpose saddles
• Dressage, showing and competition where white is expected
• Everyday schooling and lessons
• Full size — check against your saddle and horse before ordering

How to Use

• Position the pad well forward, then slide it back into place along the lie of the coat
• Pull the pad up into the saddle gullet before girthing to avoid pressure on the withers
• Fasten the girth and billet straps so the pad cannot slip back
• Check for wrinkles and rucks under the saddle before mounting
• Air and dry the pad fully between uses

Specification

• Woof Wear Herringbone Close Contact Saddle Pad
• White
• Full size
• Quilted with girth and billet straps
• Manufacturer product code 1013090

Care & Caution

• Brush off dried sweat and hair before washing
• Follow the care label — avoid hot washes, fabric conditioner and tumble drying
• Dry naturally away from direct heat to prevent shrinkage
• Never ride on a damp, rucked or heavily soiled pad
• A saddle pad does not correct a poorly fitting saddle — have the saddle checked regularly